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It’s pretty hard to be unhappy when the sun is shining. And with an average of 320 days of sunshine per year, Townsville North Queensland has cause to celebrate.

You don’t have to like football, fast cars, diving or sailing in this town, but if you do, you’ll be in your own personal nirvana with a line-up of events usually only seen in bustling capital cities.

From Magnetic Island with its 23 bays and beaches, to the beautifully wild Hinchinbrook Island (home of the Thorsborne Trail) and epic Wallaman Falls, you can’t help but succumb to the allure of this region – sitting pretty between the reef, rainforest and outback.

Custodians of the Great Barrier Reef

Home to the who’s who of reef research, turtle rehabilitation and marine education in Australia, Townsville is THE place to greet the reef.

Learn all about conservation and research on the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef at Reef HQ.

Snorkel your way along the reef or go for the ultimate dive at the SS Yongala wreck.

Sail your way around the Palm Islands group or bliss out in luxury on Orpheus Island.

Naturally fascinating

Travel really is the best education. Get the kids heads out of the books and into the great outdoors for a PhD in life.

Just 55 kilometres north of Townsville is their beautiful caravan resort which boasts absolute beach frontage overlooking Palm and Havana Islands. The large pool allows you to swim year round. They have three large lakes stocked with barramundi for you to feed.
They offer uninterrupted ocean views on their beachfront powered sites, grassy powered sites just back from the beach or shady unpowered sites. For accommodation you can choose from one of their beachfront villas, which can sleep from two to eight people, or an ocean view cabin which sleeps up to five people. All are self contained and have air-conditioning. The modern amenities and camp kitchen are second to none.

Wanderer's Holiday Village is a nature-lover's tropical beachside caravan park. Birds abound in the numerous palm trees in the village, including black cockatoos and torresian pigeons in summer and stone curlews nesting in the village in winter. It is situated on the North Queensland coast, two hours drive north of Townsville, and three hours drive south of Cairns, opposite the southern tip of Hinchinbrook Island.
The Hinchinbrook Channel offers safe boating, fishing, dugong and sea turtle observation, with access from the Lucinda boat ramp (one kilometre), whilst those without a boat have the beach (200 metres), estuaries and jetty from which to cast a line, or enjoy long walks.
Winter in North Queensland offers warm sunny days, with endless opportunities in the great outdoors, including natural attractions such as Wallaman Falls, Broadwater State Forest Park, Mount Fox Crater, creeks and waterholes and the Thorsborne Trail, one of the nominated Great Walks of the World, on Hinchinbrook Island.
There are 162 shady sites, a huge well-maintained amenities block, and 14 airconditioned, self-contained cabins which surround two shady swimming pools for refreshing all year swimming.
Activities that are accessible from the village are eco-tours, reef fishing, snorkelling, island visits and walking trails.

The Lakes Holiday Park is your tropical oasis in the heart of Townsville, with fully self-contained Cabins, Villas and Units.
All the sites at the Lakes Holiday Park are double concrete slabs with your own private ensuite (no midnight dashes across the park in your pyjamas!). They have a resort style pool that is partly shaded with a shallow child friendly pool area. There's an exceptionally friendly atmosphere.
The Lakes Holiday Park is conveniently located next to several takeaway outlets and food stores. Close to hospitals, airport, TAFE, football, basketball stadiums, and is only a five minute walk to Castletown Shopping World. There is a bus service running every half hour from Castletown to all major attractions in Townsville.

Now dog and pet friendly, Big4 Aussie Outback Oasis is a popular accommodation choice for visitors or workers to the Charters Towers region. The property is set on 10 acres of parkland and is a birdwatchers paradise. Opened in early 2000, the park has been immaculately maintained over the past 15 years.
They have 20 Cabins with five styles to choose from. From their Family Chalets or Studio Villas to their Workers Cabins, they provide the very best in quality and cleanliness for their guests. The Villas are self-contained and well equipped for longer stays with modern furnishings. Free Wi-Fi is available to all guests. Foxtel is connected to all rooms. Guests can also take advantage of the 21m resort style pool and saltwater rock pool or just relax on their deck overlooking the beautiful gardens.
Caravan sites are a combination of large slab or grass sites with many being drive-through. They cater for all types of rigs - small, big and enormous. You'll love using their spotlessly clean amenities and laundry. In the winter months, the Park plays host to guest entertainers, morning teas and themed Meal Nights.

Island Leisure Resort is a small boutique resort. Their self-contained Polynesian bure-style units have a kitchen, large digital television, air-conditioning, ceiling fans and outdoor dining patio. The resort is surrounded by an acre of beautifully landscaped tropical gardens with a huge lagoon pool and spa. Other facilities include a full size tennis court, games room, licensed snack bar, poolside barbecue area, guest laundry and library. Free wireless internet is available to resort guests.
You can choose from the self-contained family studio bures accommodating a maximum of two adults and two children (0-15 years) or the twin bures accommodating a maximum of two adults.
Only 50 metres to the beach and five minutes walk to restaurants and shops, a full tour desk and management are on site. Ideally located in Nelly Bay, a 15 minute walk from the ferry terminal or jump on the island buses at the front of the ferry terminal (a small charge applies). Limited taxis are available.

Clarke Street Accommodation Townsville offer three properties; Daisy's Cottage, Dolly's Cottage and Yvonne's Cottage. They have super king bed, port-a-cot, highchair and baby bath that can be supplied upon request. Each property has a barbecue area.
It is five minutes by car to the beach, city and shopping centre.
Pets are welcome on request.

Orchid Guest House offers budget travellers or business visitors the option of staying in a quiet, homely atmosphere, where they can expect a peaceful sleep (no noise after 10.00 p.m.) and to relax in a tranquil setting amongst the palm trees and orchids. All ages can, if they wish, enjoy the friendly interaction with fellow guests as they unwind from their travelling or the day's activities. Some may decide to use the fully equipped kitchen. There is a free washing machine and line space in the garden. In the backyard there is off street parking or there is a free pick up on arrival from bus, train or ferry. The Airport Bus will drop off or pick up at the door.
Orchid Guest House is only 600 metres from the Townsville City Mall for Sunday markets, shopping and nightclubs (Irish Pubs a block further). A supermarket is just 400 metres. A 20 minute walk will bring you to Townsville's beautiful Strand; the Museum; the Aquarium; the Cultural Centre or Casino. If you prefer you can use The Red Bus to make your way around these attractions. Billabong Sanctuary and the Yongala Wreck and Reef trips pick up by arrangement.

Pristine water ways, stunning reefs and untouched islands provide the backdrop to this delightful resort. Located in Tropical North Queensland, Lucinda is the home of Hinchinbrook Marine Cove Resort.
Lucinda is 150 kilometres north of Townsville and 300 kilometres south of Cairns.
The Hinchinbrook Region is renowned for containing some of the most outstanding and spectacular islands, reefs and waters of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. The area abounds with fish and coral as well as unforgettable scenery.
Nature enthusiasts can stroll the resort grounds and nearby national parks where they can absorb themselves in bird watching or the sights of the many waterfalls.
Fisherman and boating enthusiasts can take advantage of the large boat ramp with ample trailer parking. And for in-house guest's boat mooring along the surrounding pontoons makes that big day out on the water a bit easier to come home too.
You can truly enjoy the stunning natural beauty, rich history and fabulous attractions that await them. People of all ages will enjoy the many attractions of the Hinchinbrook area, whether here on business, seeking relaxation or something more adventurous.

Allure Hotel and Apartments is the new addition to the Townsville Accommodation market. They are a privately owned and operated hotel, offering stylish sophistication, innovative design, and grand hotel services on an intimate and personal scale. Allure Hotel and Apartments is situated just off Palmer Street, Townsville's emerging dining precinct.
Their Apartments and Studio Rooms offer some of the best outlooks in Townsville, with all of the Apartments enjoying panoramic views of Magnetic Island and Townsville Marina.
Located only minutes from Townsville Airport, and just steps from fine dining, bars and boutique shopping, Allure Hotel and Apartments is the obvious choice for business or pleasure in the Far North Queensland region.
Allure Hotel and Apartments' welcoming ambience attracts guests who appreciate personal recognition and individual attention.